Therapists in 98020
Valentinya Germer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I practice from an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, relational-cultural, systems, and person-centered framework.
I work with youth, age 13+, and adults across the lifespan. I'm passionate about LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming mental health therapy. I support folks in navigating and exploring relationship to self and others (sex and body neutral, ethical non-monogamy and poly affirming), anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, disability, chronic-illness, grief, substance use, life transitions and challenges. I have an intersectional, anti-oppressive approach to therapy— highlighting how our relationship to ourselves, community, environment, and historical legacies impact and affect each other.
I practice from an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, relational-cultural, systems, and person-centered framework.
I work with youth, age 13+, and adults across the lifespan. I'm passionate about LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming mental health therapy. I support folks in navigating and exploring relationship to self and others (sex and body neutral, ethical non-monogamy and poly affirming), anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, disability, chronic-illness, grief, substance use, life transitions and challenges. I have an intersectional, anti-oppressive approach to therapy— highlighting how our relationship to ourselves, community, environment, and historical legacies impact and affect each other.
Katya Halligan, LMFT - Couples and Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
I specialize in couples sex therapy and marriage counseling, relationship coaching, perinatal mental health, infertility and transition to parenting, utilizing a compassionate and direct evidence-based approach to help you in repairing past and current relational injuries and preparing you to withstand future setbacks; I also offer clinical supervision.
You feel lonely and overwhelmed in your relationship. You desire to create healthy habits, balance work and family while living and parenting with intention. You are someone who wants to have pleasurable and connected sex with your partner. You love each other and are committed, but this is hard, and you really wish there was a manual. You worry it will be like this forever and do not know where to start. You are ready to stop struggling and instead, create or rekindle a joyful and meaningful relationship, deepen your emotional connection and to feel like partners again. I am here to walk alongside you and to help you get there.
I specialize in couples sex therapy and marriage counseling, relationship coaching, perinatal mental health, infertility and transition to parenting, utilizing a compassionate and direct evidence-based approach to help you in repairing past and current relational injuries and preparing you to withstand future setbacks; I also offer clinical supervision.
You feel lonely and overwhelmed in your relationship. You desire to create healthy habits, balance work and family while living and parenting with intention. You are someone who wants to have pleasurable and connected sex with your partner. You love each other and are committed, but this is hard, and you really wish there was a manual. You worry it will be like this forever and do not know where to start. You are ready to stop struggling and instead, create or rekindle a joyful and meaningful relationship, deepen your emotional connection and to feel like partners again. I am here to walk alongside you and to help you get there.
Today you are one step closer to a new you who feels empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a client-centered counselor, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I am also a WA State Approved Supervisor.
Today you are one step closer to a new you who feels empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a client-centered counselor, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I am also a WA State Approved Supervisor.
I am particularly interested in working with people struggling with the on going effects of adverse childhood experiences like abuse, neglect and loss; especially those of early childhood. Often people suffering from the painful effects of traumatic experiences have never really felt whole, known peace or felt truly acceptable. Much too often they blame themselves. Bouts of depression and anxiety are all too frequent. In therapy you undo the underlying causes of fear, shame and grief that drive depression, anxiety and dissociation. You learn to live a life that is meaningful, present focused and free from the shadows of the past.
I am particularly interested in working with people struggling with the on going effects of adverse childhood experiences like abuse, neglect and loss; especially those of early childhood. Often people suffering from the painful effects of traumatic experiences have never really felt whole, known peace or felt truly acceptable. Much too often they blame themselves. Bouts of depression and anxiety are all too frequent. In therapy you undo the underlying causes of fear, shame and grief that drive depression, anxiety and dissociation. You learn to live a life that is meaningful, present focused and free from the shadows of the past.
Feeling stuck in the same frustrating patterns with your partner? If your conversations keep ending in the same arguments, leaving you feeling unheard and disconnected, you're not alone. Conflict is normal, but when it’s not handled well, it can erode the trust and closeness in your relationship. I specialize in helping couples move from conflict to connection by teaching proven techniques that foster deeper understanding and compassion. A healthy relationship is more than just an emotional investment—it boosts your overall well-being, strengthens your immune system, and even extends your lifespan.
Feeling stuck in the same frustrating patterns with your partner? If your conversations keep ending in the same arguments, leaving you feeling unheard and disconnected, you're not alone. Conflict is normal, but when it’s not handled well, it can erode the trust and closeness in your relationship. I specialize in helping couples move from conflict to connection by teaching proven techniques that foster deeper understanding and compassion. A healthy relationship is more than just an emotional investment—it boosts your overall well-being, strengthens your immune system, and even extends your lifespan.
Santi Wibawantini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Not accepting new clients
I assist clients with exploring, understanding, and reflecting on themselves and creating their unique treatment plan, based on their unique needs, goals and strengths to improve their quality of life. As well as, monitoring their progress regularly.
I assist clients with exploring, understanding, and reflecting on themselves and creating their unique treatment plan, based on their unique needs, goals and strengths to improve their quality of life. As well as, monitoring their progress regularly.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.